How Irish Embassies in Africa support prospective Irish business Embassy of Ireland Dar es Salaam, Tanzania 14 June 2012

What we can do General advice on – business environment and sector – regulatory framework and taxation Assist with programme for a visit (content, appts) Introductions to key (mandatory) government authorities Introductions to existing Irish business community Reputable legal or consultancy firm contacts Representations to authorities as appropriate Refer to financing opportunities (ie Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund)

What we can’t do In-depth market or sector analysis Travel agency services Legal or taxation advice Replace your Business Development Manager

What you can do Homework and research Give time to plan any visit (2 months minimum) Contact Embassies in Dublin/London Consider engaging a consultant on the ground Major firms have Dar offices Agri-sector expertise available also – feasibility study Set up your own business meetings Don’t rush it when you do get over. Go beyond the capital.

Example visit 7-10 days across Kenya and Tanzania Dar es Salaam, Nairobi, regional towns (agri-business) Meetings (assistance from Embassy) with: Ministries (Agriculture, Industry and Trade, Livestock and Fisheries etc) Investment promotion agencies Confederation of Trade and Industry Private sector association Local and Irish business Your own contacts Site visits – agri-business, processing plant etc

Q&A Embassy of Ireland Tanzania & Kenya contact: Nicholas Michael